QUARTER FINAL STAGE 2017
Prempeh College
Aduman SHS
GSTS
QUESTION
Which compound in tobacco leaves causes addiction?
ANSWER: Nicotine
SOLUTION:
Nicotine acts on the brain/nervous system, driving strong addiction in tobacco users.
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PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. QUESTION: Which compound in coffee is a stimulant?
ANSWER: Caffeine
SOLUTION:
Caffeine stimulates the central nervous system.
2. QUESTION: Which alkaloid from the bark of the cinchona tree is used against malaria?
ANSWER: Quinine
SOLUTION:
Quinine was the first effective antimalarial drug.
3. QUESTION: Which compound makes chilli peppers taste hot?
ANSWER: Capsaicin
SOLUTION:
Capsaicin activates heat-sensing receptors in the mouth.
4. QUESTION: Which stimulant compound is found in cocoa and chocolate?
ANSWER: Theobromine
SOLUTION:
Theobromine is a mild stimulant related to caffeine.
5. QUESTION: Which addictive compound is found in tobacco?
ANSWER: Nicotine
SOLUTION:
Nicotine is an alkaloid that acts on the nervous system.
6. QUESTION: Which compound from willow bark led to the development of aspirin?
ANSWER: Salicin (salicylic acid)
SOLUTION:
Aspirin is acetylsalicylic acid, made from salicylic acid.